Michele Debczak
Joined: Aug 11, 2015
Michele Debczak is a Senior Staff Writer for Mental Floss. Some of her favorite subjects include defunct theme park rides, weird-looking sea creatures, and fast food history. When she's not writing, she's probably reading about unsolved mysteries on Wikipedia.
‘Burned’ vs. ‘Burnt’: What’s the Difference?
14 of the Most Valuable LEGO Sets You Might Have at Home
10 Common Phrases That Came From Pop Culture
Add This Shrimp and Green Onion Dumpling Recipe to Your Weeknight Rotation
These dumplings are both fried and steamed, resulting in the perfect consistency. They also make a simple weeknight meal.
What Is Mercury in Retrograde, and Why Do We Blame Things on It?
Mercury retrograde will make the planet appear to move backwards. No, that doesn’t mean your electronics or your relationships will fail.
The Meaning and Literary Origins of the Phrase ‘To Have an Albatross Around Your Neck’
‘Having an albatross around your neck’ means “facing an inescapable burden.” As for where the phrase originated, you can thank classic literature.
Can You Find the Misspelled Word In This Tricky Brainteaser?
One in five people give up before solving the puzzle.
How to See the Super-Bright Star Nova Set to Explode Any Minute
If you missed this year's total solar eclipse, this is your chance to see another once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Everything You Need to Know About Generation Alpha—The Children of Millennials
Generation Alpha—the children of Millennials and the kid siblings of Generation Z—was born the same year the iPad was released.
The 50 Biggest Summer Blockbusters of the Past 50 Years
From ‘Jaws’ to ‘Barbie,’ here are the biggest summer blockbusters since 1974.
Colorized Video Transports Viewers to 1940s Chicago
From the cars to the fashion, a lot has changed in the Windy City.
Can You Spot the Hidden Flags in This Vacation-Themed Brainteaser?
There are three red flags and two beige flags hidden in this chaotic packing scene. See how long it takes you to spot them all.
Hear Every No.1 Hit of the '90s in This 20-Minute Video
From Mariah to Britney, this video covers a decade's worth of chart-topping hits.
The Two Types of Millennials, and the Differences Between Them
A generational expert divides Millennials into “me-llennials” and “mega-llennials.” Which group you belong to depends on your career and financial success.
This Pea and Mint Pesto Pasta Comes Together in Two Steps
If you decide to swap in walnuts for pine nuts, the recipe is cheap and delicious.